available to them to create clothing items. Taking this skill and education about taking charge in the face of climate change to a place like Ajegunle is significant because they are often the most affected and least equipped to handle the changes and decline in their ecosystem. Temisan said, “It is not every time you hear about projects like these happening in Ajegunle.” When asked what fashion icon he looked up to, Temisan did not hesitate to mention Terrence Sambo, a stylist/fashion writer and editor of a blog, One Nigerian Boy, whose style and work he said were way ahead of their time. Terrence is Nigerian and, interestingly, it is clear to see a pattern with Temisan and his deep appreciation for home. With a touch of global influences that can be found in his work, one can easily deduce that he is grounded in his roots and pleasantly fond of home. What Are the Future Plans for Dukun? Temisan has said that Dukun will evolve as his experiences change, alongside the needs of his community members. He also said that his future collections would not be limited by attaching stories for every season or expression but would be more product-centred moving forward. He said he may tell stories or not, but he will go with the flow. Dukun will employ fluidity to give its community more options but will remain true to its essence and initial idea. He told Troora, “I do a subtle positioning and am very intentional about letting Dukun go either way without losing its identity.” Temisan says Dukun is a new brand and is still in the introductory stage. This may be why he has decided to remain in the background, doing all the work. He says he wants to maintain anonymity for now, to give Dukun ample time to shine. For most of the three years since the existence of Dukun, one can be positive that it will not deviate from the initial and glaring vision, as everything points to a brand that wants to tell African stories globally and help fashion enthusiasts join its community of well-crafted pieces that stand out.
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